10 NIGHT ISLANDS OF THE WESTERN MED on Azamara Quest

Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy to Barcelona, Spain

You’ve never gone island hopping quite like this. And if you have, you know how great it would be to do it twice. Rome gets this voyage started and St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museum, and Sistine Chapel are a must. After three days in the Italian countryside, you’ll arrive for an overnight on the island of Malta, in the capital Valletta. A tiny city, surrounded by massive honey-colored limestone walls, it has a lot to protect – Caravaggio’s famous "Beheading of St. John the Baptist" is

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You’ve never gone island hopping quite like this. And if you have, you know how great it would be to do it twice. Rome gets this voyage started and St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museum, and Sistine Chapel are a must. After three days in the Italian countryside, you’ll arrive for an overnight on the island of Malta, in the capital Valletta. A tiny city, surrounded by massive honey-colored limestone walls, it has a lot to protect – Caravaggio’s famous "Beheading of St. John the Baptist" is in the cathedral here, the only painting Caravaggio ever signed (in the blood from St. John’s throat). But you must also look down; the floor is inlaid marble, depicting the coats of arms of the knights buried underneath.

You’ll also stay overnight on the island of Menorca. Azamara’s smaller size enables the ship to sail down the canal into the city of Mahon. The top deck offers a great view of this striking cliffside city as we approach the harbor. Striking, too, is the organ in the Church of Santa Maria, as is the church itself. The beaches, though, are where you’ll want to be. The water is almost translucent; Punta Prima is one to try. After sunset, there’s a club that’s actually a series of interconnecting caves up a cliff which makes for the perfect evening activity. Sip your pomada, a drink of local gin mixed with cold, sweet lemon soda, and watch the sun dip into the hugeness of the Mediterranean. The island life never felt better.

Conclude your voyage in Barcelona. Though not an island, this seaside gem of the Mediterranean will not disappoint.

Azamara Club Cruises® recently expanded their fleet of boutique hotels at sea to three with the addition of Azamara Pursuit℠, greatly enhancing their capacity to provide guests with personalized and authentic travel experiences on all seven continents. Starting in 2018, Azamara Pursuit will be cruising to 73 more destinations, including 19 brand-new destinations. Joining sister ships, Azamara JourneyÒ and Azamara QuestÒ, all three ships will now feature 208 late night stays and 130 overnights in port.

All three ships are stunning, yet perfectly comfortable at the same time, with a mix of modern and contemporary design elements, several delicious dining options, a recently transformed spa and fitness center, a relaxing pool deck, and daily entertainment. And with room to accommodate 690-guests, they are the ideal size—big enough to offer all of your favorite club-like amenities and small enough to feel relaxed, laid back and inviting.

While Azamara’s guests tend to come for the destinations, they leave loving the crew, who care for guests with friendly, personalized service. Guests have said that traveling onboard Azamara is like staying in your favorite upscale hotel, but one that transports you to a different destination each day. Our boutique hotels at sea check all of the boxes of what you’d expect to find in your favorite club, with several surprises mixed in along the way.

Your choice of well-appointed accommodations

Our elegantly designed rooms on board range from Club Interior to Club World Owner’s Suite, with something to suit every travel style. But no matter which you choose, you can always anticipate turndown service, luxurious bed linens, terry bathrobes, and other small touches that make your voyage extra comfortable.

Delicious DiningEat, eat, and eat some more. Whether you’re craving Spanish-inspired tapas before heading out on the town or want to make an evening out of a meal at one of our specialty restaurants, you’ll find a culinary option for every palette at one of six dining venues onboard.

Lively PerformancesThe Cabaret Lounge is our live performance venue, featuring daily musical performances and lecture series. Order your favorite cocktail, take a seat at a cozy table, and enjoy the entertainment. There’s so much to love about this club.

Ship Details

Ship Class

R Class

Ship's Registry

Malta

Year Built

2000

Year Refurbished

2016

Ship Length

593

Ship Beam

95

Cruising Speed

22

Gross Tonnage

30277

Passenger Capacity

694

Crew Size

390

Crew-to-Passenger Ratio

1.8

Suites

42

Balcony Rooms

241

Oceanview Rooms

88

Inside Rooms

26

ADA Rooms

6

Special Needs Notes

Cabins have widened stateroom and bathroom doors with roll-in shower and fold down shower bench. A shower stool is available upon request. There are additional grab bars in bath and shower. The toilet seats are raised and have a grab bar. The closet bar is lowered and the safe is accessible from wheelchair.

There is wheelchair access to all public rooms and ramps to all passengers decks. Power wheelchairs or scooters can be rechared in the cabin. There is accessible equipment in the fitness center.

“Stay longer. Experience more.” It’s the philosophy behind every Azamara Club CruisesÒ voyage. It’s what brings you to iconic destinations like Monte-Carlo

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STAY LONGER. EXPERIENCE MORE.

“Stay longer. Experience more.” It’s the philosophy behind every Azamara Club CruisesÒ voyage. It’s what brings you to iconic destinations like Monte-Carlo, and offers the opportunity to attend the world famous Monaco Grand Prix. It’s what led to complimentary AzAmazing EveningsÒ, where you can listen to the sounds of a private performance by a 12-piece string orchestra, in the cozy atmosphere of the Odeon, a classic Roman theater. And it’s what enables you to go behind-the-scenes of local life, with more time and opportunities to experience local culture in authentic ways thanks to Destination ImmersionÒ. Go farther, travel deeper, and bring your boutique hotel at sea with you every step of the way.

So much to do. So much time to do it.

Some things in life shouldn’t be rushed, and we believe travel is certainly one of them. Every Azamara voyage features longer and overnight stays in port, so you can experience your destinations at all hours of the day. More time on land offers the opportunity to take a train ride through the deep green mountains of New Zealand, capped off with a traditional meal cooked over a pit oven of hot rocks. With overnight stays, you can spend an evening and following morning at a quaint Bed & Breakfast in the hills of Tuscany. And nights docked in port let you attend a show or two on the other side of the world.

Where in the world would you like to go? From the tropical West Indies to the stunning Mediterranean to the Land Down Under, if there is a destination you’ve always wanted to experience, there is a good chance you can get there on one of the various Azamara itineraries, taking you to both famous destinations and hidden gem locales. Azamara itineraries seldom repeat ports, so you can make the most of your time spent traveling the world while getting an immersive look into a variety of destinations, all on one voyage. Sit back and relax. Or get out and explore. We’ll be here a while.

When you do choose to come back onboard, you’ll be completely taken care of with inclusive amenities, a relaxed atmosphere, and a passionate and friendly staff and crew that will go out of their way to make your voyage one you won’t soon forget. Welcome to your home sweet ship.